A major manhunt for a suspected 'crossbow killer' in a quiet East Yorkshire village continues this afternoon as police renew calls not to approach a man named as Anthony Lawrence.

A murder inquiry had been launched after an alleged attack in the village of Southburn near Driffield on Friday night, with a man and a woman taken to hospital in Hull.

Police have issued an appeal to trace Anthony Lawrence, 55, in connection with the incident

One of the victims, named as Shane Gilmer, died yesterday morning, police confirmed, with a flood of heartfelt tributes now being paid to the 30-year-old on social media.

As a search continues for a second day to find a man named as Anthony Lawrence in connection with the incident, police have warned the public he is not to be approached.

"We are still actively hunting for Mr Lawrence," a spokesman for Humberside Police said. "We continue to appeal for any sightings of him or any information.

"Absolutely do not approach him - while we do not believe he is a threat to the wider public, we don't know how he would respond if he was approached.

Police investigations continue into the suspected murder

"If you see him call 999 immediately and leave it to us."

Police had received reports at around 9.20pm on Friday that a couple had been seriously injured in a disturbance at their home. The woman is said to be in a stable condition.

According to reports, a crossbow was used in the attack and police have cordoned off the rural village and have been searching local woods with sniffer dogs and helicopter teams.

The community has spoken of its shock in this normally quiet village, with a Gofundme page set up to support the family of Mr Gilmer, who is said to be a father.

The village of Southburn near Driffield has been cordoned off as police teams search the area

The page's creator Amanda Merrey said: "I'm hoping our whole community will stand beside me in helping to give Shane the send off he truly deserves and hopefully raise enough to help his family and children through this devastating time :( rip Shane you will be so missed."

Neighbours last night spoke of their horror at hearing of the tragedy in this normally peaceful village.

"I've never known a quieter village for something like this to happen in," said Chris King, 25, adding the village had been placed in lockdown.